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P888 DSD

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,093 mi
Last recorded55,093 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP888 DSD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 55,093 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 55,093 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 54,678 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 54,614 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 54,361 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 53,914 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 53,197 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 52,851 miles

Most Underbody Components Have Slight Corrosion

Nearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 52,497 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 51,731 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear number plate discoloured/general rusting on underside of vehicle

Pass 7 Aug 2007 51,372 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 50,535 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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P888 DSD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 74,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P888 DSD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P888 DSD registered?

P888 DSD is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is P888 DSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P888 DSD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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